Pinghu is perfect for a short weekend getaway in the Yangtze River Delta! I found a hidden gem of a homestay nestled in thousands of acres of countryside. White houses paired with rice paddies and flower fields create a perfect atmosphere. It has everything for dining, staying, and playing. It is suitable for couples, best friends, and families with kids. It is the ultimate relaxing vacation spot 🍃
🌿 Homestay environment | Full of healing countryside vibes
The overall design features clean, high-end, pure white geometric architecture that blends with the surrounding countryside, making it perfect for photos. The rooms are minimalist and textured, accented with vibrant orange soft furnishings and water elements, feeling fresh and lively.
The homestay has 44 guest rooms. The main room types are 25–28 sqm garden-view and river-view rooms. It also features poolside suites, two-bedroom vacation suites, and standalone villas, meeting various needs for couples, family trips, and group team-building.
Guest rooms come standard with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, providing plenty of natural light. The entire room features warm-toned, comfortable soft furnishings and skin-friendly, soft bedding. The property is far from the city bustle, quiet and peaceful at night, ensuring a comfortable sleep experience.
The public area is vast, boasting a 2,000-acre countryside secret spot with rivers, lakes, rice paddies, and flower fields. The Shanju Courtyard features swings and leisure tents, perfect for sitting, drinking tea, and soaking up the sun to immerse yourself in the slow countryside life.
✨ Key highlights | One-stop leisure vacation
The property has rich facilities and diverse leisure experiences, making it easy to play for a full day.
Water activities include kayaking and paddleboarding. It also features a non-motorized family playground, a pet park, jungle off-road vehicles, and mini-golf, ensuring fun for both adults and children. Attentive butler service throughout your stay makes travel worry-free.
There are tons of photo spots in the park. The pure white architecture paired with seasonal flower fields and rice paddies makes it easy to take stunning countryside photos. The river-view floor-to-ceiling windows face the fields and river. In the evening, take a walk along the rice paddy trails, listening to birds and frogs for a truly atmospheric experience.
Thoughtful details: exquisite Chinese and Western buffet breakfast, dedicated butler service, free parking, smart bathroom fixtures, and high-speed WiFi. Pets are allowed (fees apply), making it stress-free for pet-owning families.
📍 Practical information
📍 Address: No. 2, Shanshui Road, Pinghu City, Zhejiang Province
🚗 Transportation: Friendly for self-driving in the Yangtze River Delta, convenient for short trips
💰 Price: Varies by room type and season, great value for money
⏰ Check-in: 3:00 PM–6:00 PM | Check-out: Before 12:00 PM
🌊 Nearby recommendations
Suitable for a 2-day 1-night slow-paced vacation. Self-driving is recommended for more freedom.
▫️ Mountain scenery: Jiulongshan National Forest Park, great for hiking and overlooking the forest landscape
▫️ Island visit: Waipushan Island, experience the charm of a niche coastal island
▫️ Cultural leisure: Xincang Old Street and Mingyue Shangtang Scenic Area, stroll through old streets and enjoy the water town scenery
🍜 Dining experience
The dining quality at the homestay is excellent, focusing on exquisite countryside cuisine that blends local Benbang and Cantonese flavors. Ingredients are mostly pollution-free fruits and vegetables grown on-site. Farm-fresh vegetables like water bamboo and edamame are light and refreshing, while river seafood like steamed small yellow croaker is tender and flavorful.
Freshly made Chinese and Western breakfast is provided daily, with a rich variety and exquisite taste. During holidays, handmade specialty snacks are also offered, a heartwarming detail.
⭐ Reasons to stay
✅ 2,000-acre massive countryside secret getaway, far from the city bustle, full of healing vibes
✅ Instagram-style pure white architecture, surrounded by rice paddies and flower fields, perfect for photos
✅ Accessible for short trips in the Yangtze River Delta, easy and hassle-free self-driving
✅ Complete facilities and attentive service, one-stop worry-free vacation for dining, staying, and playing
💡 Honest tips
Some basic room types are on the smaller side and do not have bathtubs. If you have specific bathroom requirements, consider upgrading to a suite. Some recreational facilities in the park are currently being optimized and upgraded.
Overall, it is suitable for couple dates, trips with best friends, and family outings, focusing on a relaxing and healing slow countryside vacation.
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